The Orapred brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.

Uses of Orapred:

It is used for many health problems like allergy signs, asthma, adrenal gland problems, blood problems, skin rashes, or swelling problems.
This is not a list of all health problems that Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) may be used for. Talk with the doctor.

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Orapred?

If you have an allergy to prednisolone or any other part of Orapred (prednisolone oral solution).

If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what
signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.

If you have a herpes infection of the eye.

If you have any of these health problems: A fungal infection or malaria infection in the brain.

If you have nerve problems in the eye.

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Orapred (prednisolone oral solution).

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check
to make sure that it is safe for you to take Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of
any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Orapred?

Tell all of your health care providers that you take Orapred (prednisolone oral solution). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.

Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor.

If you have been taking Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) for many weeks, talk with your doctor before stopping. You may want to slowly stop Orapred (prednisolone oral solution).

You may have more chance of getting an infection. Wash hands often. Stay away from people with infections, colds, or flu.

Call your doctor right away if you have any signs of infection like fever, chills, flu-like signs, very bad sore throat, ear or sinus pain,
cough, more sputum or change in color of sputum, pain with passing urine, mouth sores, or a wound that will not heal.

Chickenpox and measles can be very bad or even deadly in some people taking steroid drugs like Orapred (prednisolone oral solution). Avoid being near anyone with
chickenpox or measles if you have not had these health problems before. If you have been exposed to chickenpox or measles, talk with your
doctor.

This medicine may lower how much natural steroid is in your body. If you have a fever, an infection, surgery, or you are hurt, talk with your
doctor. You may need extra doses of oral steroids. These extra steroids will help your body deal with these stresses. Carry a warning card
saying that there may be times when you need extra steroids.

High blood pressure has happened with drugs like this one. Have your blood pressure checked as you have been told by your doctor.

Long-term use may raise the chance of cataracts or glaucoma. Talk with the doctor.

Have your eye pressure checked if you are on Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) for a long time. Talk with your doctor.

This medicine may cause weak bones (osteoporosis) with long-term use. Talk with your doctor to see if you have a higher chance of weak bones or
if you have any questions.

Have a bone density test as you have been told by your doctor. Talk with your doctor.

Talk with your doctor before getting any vaccines. Use with Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) may either raise the chance of an infection or make the vaccine not
work as well.

If you have high blood sugar (diabetes), you will need to watch your blood sugar closely.

Talk with your doctor before you drink alcohol.

If you are 65 or older, use Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) with care. You could have more side effects.

This medicine may affect growth in children and teens in some cases. They may need regular growth checks. Talk with the doctor.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Orapred (prednisolone oral solution)
while you are pregnant.

If you used Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) when you were pregnant, tell your baby's doctor.

Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

How is this medicine (Orapred) best taken?

Use Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

Take in the morning if taking once a day.

Take with food.

To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.

Keep taking Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well.

Do not stop taking Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) all of a sudden without calling your doctor. You may have a greater risk of signs of withdrawal. If you need
to stop Orapred (prednisolone oral solution), you will want to slowly stop it as ordered by your doctor.

You may need to lower how much salt is in your diet and take extra potassium. Talk with your doctor.

Measure liquid doses carefully. Use the measuring device that comes with Orapred (prednisolone oral solution). If there is none, ask the pharmacist for a device to
measure Orapred (prednisolone oral solution).

What do I do if I miss a dose?

Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it, with food.

If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your
doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing;
tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue,
or throat.

Signs of high blood sugar like confusion, feeling sleepy, more thirst, more hungry, passing urine more often, flushing, fast breathing, or
breath that smells like fruit.

Signs of Cushing's disease like weight gain in the upper back or belly, moon face, very bad headache, or slow healing.

Signs of a weak adrenal gland like a very bad upset stomach or throwing up, very bad dizziness or passing out, muscle weakness, feeling
very tired, mood changes, not hungry, or weight loss.

What are some other side effects of Orapred?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical
help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

Upset stomach.

More hungry.

Weight gain.

Not able to sleep.

Restlessness.

Sweating a lot.

Headache.

Feeling tired or weak.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical
advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was
taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Orapred?

Some brands of Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) need to be stored in a refrigerator. Some brands of Orapred (prednisolone oral solution) need to be stored at room temperature. If you have
questions about how to store Orapred (prednisolone oral solution), talk with your pharmacist.

Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.

Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.

Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your
pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.

Consumer information use

If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.

Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.

Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.

Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.

Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Orapred (prednisolone oral solution), please talk
with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was
taken, how much, and when it happened.